We seek a scientist for a research-centered faculty position in global
ecology. The search is open to scientists who work on a wide range of
ecosystems using a wide range of approaches. The successful applicant will
use some combination of experiments, observations, modeling, and synthesis
to explore the interaction of ecological processes with other components of
the Earth system. Areas of special interest include the world food system,
coastal oceans, the large-scale distribution of ecosystems, and patterns of
global biodiversity. The research tools can range from molecular biology
techniques to satellite remote sensing but should include some combination
of empirical and modeling approaches. The position is in a high-profile
interdisciplinary department that includes expertise in ecology,
biogeochemistry, climate, atmospheric sciences, and remote sensing. The
search will focus on scientists early in their careers but with significant
post-doctoral and/or faculty experience.
The Carnegie Institution for Science is a private, not-for-profit
organization dedicated to basic research and the application of knowledge
to the improvement of mankind. Faculty positions at Carnegie are hard
money and include support for research and associated staff. Located on the
campus of Stanford University, the Department of Global Ecology
(http://www.dge.ciw.edu) integrates its primary research mission with
opportunities for graduate and undergraduate teaching at Stanford. We
encourage collaboration both inside and outside the Institution.
The Carnegie Institution for Science has a strong institutional
commitment to the principle of diversity. In that spirit, we particularly
encourage applications from women, members of ethnic minorities, and
individuals with disabilities.
Please submit applications or questions about the position by email to
Chris Field ([email protected]), Director, Department of Global Ecology, 260
Panama Street, Stanford, CA 94305. Applications should include a curriculum
vita, a statement outlining research interests, and the names and addresses
of three or more referees. The position will remain open until filled. To
be assured full consideration, applications should be submitted by October
1, 2009.
